• Space
  • By Laura Sinpetru
  • May 22nd, 2015
Remote Galaxy Shines with the Light of over 300 Trillion Suns

Remote Galaxy Shines with the Light of over 300 Trillion Suns

The galaxy is the most luminous ever discovered

  • Science
  • By Laura Sinpetru
  • December 2nd, 2014
Superhero Vision: The Human Eye Can Detect Invisible Infrared Light

Superhero Vision: The Human Eye Can Detect Invisible Infrared Light

Study finds that, contrary to long-held assumptions, we humans can detect infrared light with the help of just our eyes

Infrared Instruments Pierce Thick Smoke Clouds in Idaho [Photo]

Infrared Instruments Pierce Thick Smoke Clouds in Idaho [Photo]

This enables experts to analyze the extent of the damage

New Technology Allows Windows to Generate Electricity

New Technology Allows Windows to Generate Electricity

Recently developed, highly transparent solar cells might set a new trend in green building

  • Space
  • By Tudor Vieru
  • September 24th, 2010
Cosmic Cocoons Reveal 'Coreshine' Effect

Cosmic Cocoons Reveal 'Coreshine' Effect

  • Space
  • By Gabriel Gache
  • July 24th, 2008
Observations Confirm Theory: Quasars Have Accretion Discs

Observations Confirm Theory: Quasars Have Accretion Discs

Light polarizing technique reveals the accretion discs around black holes

  • How to
  • By Gabriel Gache
  • May 21st, 2008
How Night Vision Goggles Work

How Night Vision Goggles Work

Night vision devices work by gathering, amplifying and converting infrared light

  • How to
  • By Gabriel Gache
  • May 7th, 2008
How Motion Sensors Work

How Motion Sensors Work

Passive infrared motion detectors